Tips on how to be a goalie in hockey

Matt White
So you want to become a hockey goalie?  Well there are a few things you need to know before you start.  The game of hockey is a somewhat complicated game as it is; but goalie you have to be kind of nust to get in front of people who can shoot a puck over 80mph.  One thing you need to know before you start is what is the right equipment you to play?  You can go to your local hockey shop and ask for help, they will help you and answer questions that you have.  Secondly you need to go to a clinic or camps to get the proper help and training you need before trying out for a team.  If you are starting off at age 18 it is very hard but not impossible.  You just need to have the determination and willingness to learn.  This will be a tough experience but a fun one at that.  Being a goalie or wanting to be a goalie you must have a screw or two loose it is the craziest position in hockey.  Another thing you need to know is once you have got the proper training and knowledge on the game I would advise you to go to some pick up games or stick time where u can just go on the ice and work on your movement and speed.  You will also meet other goalies there who are either starting out just like you or they have been playing for many years.  You can ask them questions and get there opinions on certain things that can range from postioning skills to equipment.  Learning from people in the same age group as you is easily the best source to learn from, beside professional goalies if you don't have the money to go to their camps.  Lastly just have fun and don't worry about the people who make fun of you and say you suck or you can't skate etc.  They themselves most likely don't even play hockey and are just jealous of you because you have the courage to do something that you are passionate about.  I myself  have been playing hockey for 15 years I became a goalie when I was 7 years old whis was one of the best days of my life.  I wasn't good at all when I first started but I worked hard and practiced everyday to become the best I could be.  So I hope this was helpful and encourages people to follow their dreams not just to become a goalie but in anything you want to do.

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